Learning & Development Specialist
Job in
Orlando, Orange County, Florida, 32885, USA
Listed on 2026-10-19
Listing for:
Darden Restaurants Inc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-19
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Learning & Development Specialist, Training Instructor / Specialist
Job Description & How to Apply Below
1000 Darden Center Dr, Orlando FL 32837##
Job Description JOB OVERVIEW:
The Learning & Development Specialist leads the delivery and execution of learning experiences focused on our results-oriented, people-focused culture that supports the development of operations leaders across all Darden brands as well as the Restaurant Support Center (RSC) team. The position is responsible for having a thorough understanding of all subject matter being taught, linking content to restaurant operations (where appropriate), and attainment of instructional objectives and classroom management.
It also supports the needs analysis, design, development, and implementation of enterprise learning experiences across operations and the RSC.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
-Facilitates leadership development programs for Operations and RSC team members, including Manager in Training (MIT), General Manager/Managing Partner (GM/MP), Director of Operations/Area Supervisor (DO/AS), Nourish to Flourish, Leading People at Darden (LPD), and other development experiences.
-Serve as a point of contact for class participants before, during, and after the learning experiences-Builds and maintains strong relationships with operational and training leaders of assigned brands in order to develop a deep understanding of culture, strategic priorities, operational initiatives, leadership expectations, and business goals-Partner collaboratively with RSC, Brand Training teams, and subject matter experts (SMEs) to-analyze learning needs and support the design, development, maintenance, facilitation, and continuous improvement of enterprise, RSC, and brand-specific learning experiences, ensuring content/materials are engaging, operationally relevant, and aligned with business strategies and our 5 Winning Behaviors.
-Learn, certify, and facilitate externally licensed learning & development experiences as requested/needed.
-Review training evaluations and participant feedback to analyze the effectiveness of training, identify strengths and opportunities, and make recommendations that will positively impact the learning experience
Facilitates feedback sessions to high performing GMs/MPs that are selected as Operations Partners for the GM/MP Leadership class-Proactively stay abreast of learning and development trends and best practices and apply relevant insights to learning experiences.
REQUIRED TECHNICAL
SKILLS:
-Minimum 3 years training or related experience-Excellent classroom facilitation skills-Excellent written and verbal communication skills-Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OutlookREQUIRED
EDUCATION:
-Bachelor’s degree in education, educational technology, human resources or related field OR relevant job experience
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